RikudouGoku's Database (IEMs/Earbuds/Headphones Ranking list)

No I don’t have any blur buds.

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Hey friend, i also want to buy that stunning A25 cable, how do explain him what cable it is? Just description or Rikudou_Goku name?

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I copied Riko’s photos and description, then explained what changes to it I did want and it was done. He understands pretty easly :slight_smile: best shop on AliExpress!

Edit: He did have some problems understanding what cable I needed for my Fidelio X3, tho >_>

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For some reason, I was thinking about the Dunu Zen yesterday and I’m curious if you’ve had any more time to listen to it, and if you would still say you prefer the Zen to the EST/SA6. (I remember Rikudou_Goku preferring the EST to the Zen. I’ve personally only heard the EST and SA6, but not the Zen.)

Yes, I definitely prefer the EST112 over the Zen. That upper treble roll off on it is too much of a deal breaker for my library.

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I do. I prefer the slam and the bass extension, clarity and texture on the Zen. I like the relaxed treble of the Zen. The EST is a bit harsh in the treble for me and bass shy. Although the bass technicalities on the EST are amazing. I just wish the bass was louder and the treble was reduced.

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Dont fear the EQ, you can always bring down the treble.

I don’t fear it, I dislike it. NO worries, I have other IEMs that give me my fix.

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Regarding about the Mesh filter mod for the BL-03s, I think I should give it a shot on mine. It wouldn’t hurt to try though, and if I don’t like the mod I could just reuse its stock filter again.

Try it, it’s a big improvement to me.

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Regarding cable A25. I have gotten feedback on it that it is a 40 usd cable. Not a 20 usd cable like I paid for it. Seems I actually did get a discount for it as I usually end up paying the same as the retail price for his cables.

This does make me unable to put it as a default recommendation due to the high price. But if you still want a cable that looks like that, it is still a great cable.

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Will dom I’ll pull the trigger once I get some things sorted first.

2021-06-18: Smabat Super One review is up: Smabat Super One - Reviews | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org

Rank: B+

yeah, its a big dissapointment…
The M2S Pro on the other hand will be a fun one to review.

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Thank you for the FH3 rec. I got it and started listening to a few songs… when I finally looked at a clock I noticed 2 hours had passed.

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Glad you like it. Enjoy. :+1:

What do you guys think about the RHA ear tips? someone here told me that they think it’s better than the Final E Types, I guess in terms of quantity it is since I saw the pieces of ear tips that you get from the RHA MA650. Wanted to give it a try, since it’s available from a seller that I buy from when it comes to audio stuff.

I hate describing anything as better since this hobby is so subjective. Especially so when it comes to ear tips.

I suggest anyone who is interested seriously getting the most out of this IEM hobby to try to get your hands on as many different types and sizes as possible. What works for me and what I consider “the best” may not work at all in your ears.

Getting a proper, comfortable and complete seal is the most important aspect of this hobby. If you don’t have that, then everything else doesn’t matter.

If you’re serious about your IEMs, you need to first be serious about your tips.

I’ve shown this picture before but I’ll show it again to demonstrate how trying as many tips is really important. This is a collection of only my most used tips…

If you’re interested in some tips, don’t hesitate to try them. While you’re shopping why not buy extra sizes and few other brands to try while you’re at it? Try everything! Your IEM experience will only improve.

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Yeah that is true and to me so far in my opinion, when it comes to quality and comfort, the E Types just hit it right for me and alongside those would be the Radius Deep Mounts and boy those things with those in my ear, I cannot hear any shitalong with the E Types but the Deep Mounts does it better for me.

@Rikudou_Goku By the way I tried your Micropore mod method that you have suggested but…I didn’t used a Micropore tape, instead I have a Transpore and the sounds while covering the vents I must say it did improved by a margin, though I think it would be even better if I get the right tape for it.

I am actually kinda liking the Fiio tips that came with the FH3. Or at least they are the first OEM silicone tips that I didn’t immediately reach for my other tips. Well I didn’t for the Etymotic, but that was more because I didn’t have any that would fit.